This scholarship honors the memory of Charles Havice, Dean of Chapel. It recognizes the contributions of active participants in student activities who have proven leadership ability.

Scholarship Requirements

• Must demonstrate financial need as determined by FAFSA (U.S. Citizens and Eligible Non-U.S. Citizens Only)

This scholarship recognizes the contributions of students who demonstrate good citizenship and embody leadership qualities. Recipients are students who are active participants in student activities, have “demonstrated a democratic and tolerant spirit,” and who are well disposed toward people of all creeds and races.

Scholarship Requirements

• Open to students graduating in 2026, regardless of graduation month

The Greg Jarvis Memorial Scholarship is named after this Northeastern alumnus and crew member aboard the Challenger space shuttle. Recipients must demonstrate the perseverance, integrity, spirit and pride, which Mr. Jarvis exemplified so well.

Scholarship Requirements

• Must be a third-year student or higher
• Must have a minimum 2.5 GPA

Recipients of the Joseph Spear Scholarship must be enrolled in the College of Engineering and have demonstrated good citizenship and exemplary leadership abilities through their involvement in student activities.

Scholarship Requirements

• Must be a College of Engineering student
• Must be active in a student organization
• Must have a minimum 2.5 GPA
• Must demonstrate financial need as determined by FAFSA (U.S. Citizens and Eligible Non-U.S. Citizens Only)

This scholarship honors the contributions of Karen T. Rigg, former Northeastern Vice President for Student Affairs. It recognizes students who are a shining example within their student organization through their enthusiasm and positive attitude.

Scholarship Requirements

• Must be a first- or second-year student
• Must be active in a student organization
• Must have a minimum 2.5 GPA

This scholarship honors the memory of Matthew Shepard, a gay youth whose 1998 death was the result of a brutal hate crime. It recognizes students who are actively working for gay, lesbian, and LGBTQA justice issues or other social justice issues.

Scholarship Requirements

• Must demonstrate financial need as determined by FAFSA (U.S. Citizens and Eligible Non-U.S. Citizens Only)

This scholarship was established in 1978 through the generosity of the Massachusetts Committee of Catholics, Protestants, and Jews. Income from the award’s endowment is awarded annually to one or more students who embody the principles of equality and justice and who, through their work on campus, have become positive forces for religious understanding.

Scholarship Requirements

• Must be a second-year student or higher
• Must have a record that exemplifies overall good campus citizenship

This scholarship was established to honor Thomas I. Atkins, the first African-American city councilor of Boston. It recognizes students who have demonstrated leadership on behalf of social justice issues.

Scholarship Requirements

• Must demonstrate financial need as determined by FAFSA (U.S. Citizens and Eligible Non-U.S. Citizens Only)

This scholarship fund was established as the result of a bequest received in 2011 from the Rev. William H. Wildes. Students of any faith or spirituality will “embody a spiritually healthy life and through their work and personal example, help to advance spiritual understanding and cooperation at Northeastern.”

Scholarship Requirements

• Must have a record that exemplifies overall good campus citizenship
• Must demonstrate financial need as determined by FAFSA (U.S. Citizens and Eligible Non-U.S. Citizens Only)